Strumble Head Lighthouse stands imposingly on Ynysmeicl (St. Michael’s Island), an islet to the west of Fishguard, separated from the mainland by a very narrow gap through which the sea boils and froths in stormy weather.
In this 'you may also like' section we attempt to answer what else can I do? Here you have a list by order of being the closest some more beaches, things to see and do, places to eat and upcoming events.
Pwllcrochan beach is a dark sandy beach but this disappears at high tide. The rocks and cliffs are under constant battering by the sea so caution should be taken in exploring this beautiful remote bay. The name Pwllcrochan translates to ‘Cauldron pool’. The beach has no facilities, access is tricky down a steep path and care needs to be taken Read more…
Goodwick Sands beach has a grassy seafront area bordering the shore. This is called the Parrog and it was where the French laid down their arms after an abortive invasion in 1797. Facilities include car parking, toilets, supermarket, slipway. Read more…
Abermawr Bay beach is sand/shingle with a pebble bank and at low tide you can see tree stumps from the remains of an ancient forest. The beach is backed with marsh and woodlands which form Abermawr Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), and is also part of Pembrokeshire Coast National Park No facilities although a small number of parking spaces exists Read more…
Abercastle beach is a sheltered sand and shingle beach within a small picturesque cove and fishing village. Popular with divers, swimming, canoeing, kayaking and angling. Facilities include limited car parking, toilets and slipway. Read more…
Fishguard lifeboat station was established in 1822 and operates both inshore and all weather lifeboats. No RNLI shop but station is open to the public at set times, please check before visiting. Read more…
Pentre Ifan is the name given to an ancient manor house with a well-preserved Neolithic dolmen, or burial chamber in Nevern, Pembrokeshire. Dating back to around 3,500 BC, there are several stones from the main chamber that are still in position with other stones scattered around. The site was excavated on two occasions, in the 1930s and the 1950s. Now Read more…
